SB2023121527 - Sensitive cookie in HTTPS session without 'Secure' attribute in IBM CICS TX Advanced 



SB2023121527 - Sensitive cookie in HTTPS session without 'Secure' attribute in IBM CICS TX Advanced

Published: December 15, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023121527
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Sensitive Cookie in HTTPS Session Without 'Secure' Attribute (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-38363)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to IBM CICS TX Advanced does not set the secure attribute on authorization tokens or session cookies. A remote attacker can get the cookie values by sending a http:// link to a user or by planting this link in a site the user goes to.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.